An Incredible Experience
For Dougan Scholar Ander Iruretagoyena, taking classes with MBA students at Chicago Booth was intimidating—but also invigorating.
Dougan Scholars Certificate Program
Earn a business certificate at the best business school in the world—while you’re still in college.
Designed specifically for ambitious University of Chicago undergraduates, the Dougan Scholars Certificate Program gives you special access to MBA-level courses at Chicago Booth.
In classes with the world’s best business school faculty, you’ll build your analytical and problem-solving skills and develop a deep understanding of the economic disciplines driving business today.
Discover The Chicago Approach
As a Dougan Scholar, you’ll take MBA-level courses at Booth while you’re still an undergraduate, giving you early access to The Chicago Approach to business education—an approach that gives you the insight to interpret complexities, make good decisions, and develop ideas that have lasting impact.
You’ll also benefit from early bidding for MBA-level courses, a Booth student mentor, a cohort of fellow Dougan Scholars, research opportunities, and educational sessions led by Booth faculty and alumni. When you graduate, your transcript will indicate that you completed the certificate program.
Meet Our Scholars
A Deep Dive
As a Dougan Scholar, Caitlin McCarthy appreciated the opportunity to complement her undergraduate education with MBA coursework.
Bridging the Divide
Dougan Scholar Grant Weisberg says all UChicago undergraduates should take classes at Chicago Booth. Here’s why.
A Strong Foundation
Dougan Scholar Johnny Antos says his Booth professors had a significant impact on how he approaches problems in business and in the world.
Discovering Booth
From a “fantastic mentor” to distinguished Booth professors, the Dougan Scholars Program offered many benefits for Querida Qiu.
A Unique Opportunity
For Sabahudin Redzepovic, the Dougan Scholars Program was a chance to challenge himself and make the most of his undergraduate experience.
Dougan Insights
Thomas Remissong talks about his favorite Booth course and other highlights of the Dougan Scholars Program.
A Valuable Experience
Dougan Scholar Nate Brooks talks about the value of interacting with Booth MBA students as a UChicago undergraduate.
How It Works
As a Dougan Scholar, you’ll complement your undergraduate studies by taking six MBA-level classes at Chicago Booth. Three of those courses will cover business foundations—Financial Accounting, Microeconomics (or Competitive Strategy), and Statistics—unless you’ve completed a certain level of economics or statistics in the College.
You’ll also participate in cocurricular programming to support your classroom learning. Evening programming is typically held three times each quarter in addition to occasional lunch events hosted by alumni and faculty.
Learn How to Apply
Second-year undergraduates at UChicago are eligible to apply for the Dougan Scholars Certificate Program. Applications for the Class of 2023 will open in Autumn 2020. Here are the steps to take.
Attend an Event
Join us for an admissions event to see how our undergraduate business certificate program will enrich your college experience. We host information sessions, participate in campus fairs, and offer online chats to give you insights into our distinctive program and our welcoming community.
Get an in-depth overview of the program and the admissions process. Hosted by Admissions staff, information sessions include a presentation and a panel discussion with current students.
Information sessions take place during Autumn Quarter. To learn more about the Dougan Scholars Certificate Program at other times of year, we encourage you to attend our office hours.
Engage with current Dougan Scholars and our admissions team in a relaxed and informal environment. These gatherings are a great way to learn more about the Dougan Scholars community and student experience. The schedule of available Office Hours for the upcoming quarter will be posted soon.
Join us at a campus fair to meet Dougan Scholars and program staff. Sponsored by campus partners like the Center for Leadership and Involvement and Career Advancement, these events take place throughout the year.
Connect with the Dougan Scholars Certificate Program
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Begin Your Dougan Scholars Journey
The first step toward joining our transformative certificate program is to apply for admission.
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Contact Us
Questions about the Dougan Scholars Certificate Program? Review our FAQ or reach out to our admissions team. We look forward to hearing from you!
Phone: 773.702.7369
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